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#137 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 6% in state

Louisa May Alcott Elementary

Elementary School · Lake Washington School District

4213 - 228th AVE NE, Redmond, WA 98053

Enrollment

630

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#137 of 2,228

In Redmond

#7 of 21

public schools

In district

#15 of 53

Lake Washington School District

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Louisa May Alcott Elementary

8.9/10

Elementary School in Redmond · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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About Louisa May Alcott Elementary

Louisa May Alcott Elementary is a public elementary school in Redmond, WA, part of Lake Washington School District. Louisa May Alcott Elementary serves approximately 630 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Louisa May Alcott Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #137 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Louisa May Alcott Elementary show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87.1% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85.7% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+35.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+37.3 pts
Overall Proficiency86% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,053
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Louisa May Alcott Elementary — Students at Louisa May Alcott Elementary score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 88.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 89.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2017
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2018
Math
89%
ELA
86%
2019
Math
89%
ELA
86%
2022
Math
88.7%
ELA
89%
2024
Math
87.4%
ELA
85.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Louisa May Alcott Elementary Compares

See how Louisa May Alcott Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.9/10
94th percentile in WA
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4213 - 228th AVE NE, Redmond, WA 98053

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Louisa May Alcott Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Sammamish), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rachel Carson Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Sammamish), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Margaret Mead Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Sammamish), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Redmond, see our Redmond schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Nikola Tesla STEM High School Redmond 0.1 mi 8.5
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Sammamish 1.5 mi 9.6
Margaret Mead Elementary Sammamish 1.6 mi 8.8
TLC MONTESSORI Sammamish 1.7 mi
Samantha Smith Elementary Sammamish 1.9 mi 8.7
Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary Sammamish 1.5 mi 8.6
Evergreen Middle School Redmond 1.8 mi 8.7
Explorer Community School Redmond 1.9 mi 8.1
Emily Dickinson Elementary Redmond 1.9 mi 8.8
Eastlake High School Sammamish 2.3 mi 8.2
Renaissance School of Art and Reasoning Sammamish 2.3 mi 6.8
Inglewood Middle School Sammamish 2.2 mi 8.1
Rachel Carson Elementary Sammamish 2.2 mi 9.1
Rosa Parks Elementary Redmond 2.6 mi 8.8
Timberline Middle School Redmond 2.9 mi 7.9
THE BEAR CREEK SCHOOL Redmond 2.7 mi 7.7
Ella Baker Elementary School Redmond 2.8 mi 7.3
ARBOR SCHOOLS Sammamish 3.2 mi 7.1
Skyline High School Sammamish 3.2 mi 7.7
THE OVERLAKE SCHOOL Redmond 3.6 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$179,912

Median Home Value

$1,155,500

Median Rent

$2,737/mo

Population

22,838

College Educated

72.2%

Homeownership

86.7%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

43.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Louisa May Alcott Elementary

What grades does Louisa May Alcott Elementary serve?

Louisa May Alcott Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Louisa May Alcott Elementary?

Louisa May Alcott Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Louisa May Alcott Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Louisa May Alcott Elementary is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Louisa May Alcott Elementary rank in WA?

Louisa May Alcott Elementary ranks #137 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Louisa May Alcott Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Louisa May Alcott Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Louisa May Alcott Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Louisa May Alcott Elementary has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Louisa May Alcott Elementary a charter school?

No, Louisa May Alcott Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Louisa May Alcott Elementary a Title I school?

No, Louisa May Alcott Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Louisa May Alcott Elementary?

5.2% of students at Louisa May Alcott Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

District

Lake Washington School District
District Enrollment
30,882
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,053
District Rank
#15 of 53

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